Alonso Menendez

Buying guide for Alonso Menendez cigars

Alonso Menendez cigars represent true puro enjoyment from Brazil – powerful, elegant, and steeped in tradition. Those seeking a distinctive alternative to Caribbean cigars will find an authentic experience here, characterized by origin, craftsmanship, and depth of flavor. 

The essence of Alonso Menendez

In 1977, Benji and Felix Menendez—sons of the legendary Montecristo inventor—founded the Menendez Amerino company in Bahia. After losing their Cuban heritage, they established a new cigar tradition in Brazil. Today, Menendez Amerino is the market leader for hand-rolled cigars in South America.

Alonso Menendez cigars are genuine Brazilian puros: 100% Mata Fina tobacco, hand-picked and processed entirely in Brazil. Their distinctive aroma—earthy, chocolatey, with a subtle spice—makes them the ideal choice for connoisseurs who appreciate depth, elegance, and provenance.

Our recommendations for every taste

For beginners - mild, creamy, accessible

Alonso Menendez No. 50 (Panatela)

Slender, elegant, and irresistibly creamy. The delicate balance of spicy, roasted, and sweet notes caresses the palate and unfolds gently without overpowering. Perfect for relaxing afternoons or as a first introduction to the world of Brazilian puros.

Alonso Menendez No. 40 (Petit Corona)

This Petit Corona impresses with mild to medium-bodied aromas of malty cocoa, delicate fruit accents, and a hint of fresh hay. A subtle leather sweetness adds a special touch to each puff on the finish. Ideal for connoisseurs who value balance and a pleasant smoking experience.

For advanced users - balanced, aromatic

Alonso Menendez No. 10 (Lonsdale)

The elegant Lonsdale format will transport you into the depths of Brazilian tobacco craftsmanship with its smooth, medium-bodied smoke and typical coffee and earthy notes. The aromas unfold slowly and elegantly – a pleasure that rewards patience and makes every smoking moment an experience.

Alonso Menendez No. 20 (Corona)

This Corona captivates with its creamy texture and complex notes of coffee, chocolate, wood, and fruit. A hint of wild herbal spice and subtle sweetness round out the flavor profile, ensuring a varied, sensual smoking experience.

For aficionados - complex, long-lasting

Alonso Menendez Robusto

The creamiest and most complex cigar in the line. Dominant aromas of cocoa, mocha, dark beer sweetness, soft leather, and exotic spices dance on the tongue. The smoke is silky, elegant, and continuously evolving—a firework for the senses that leaves you wanting more.

Alonso Menendez Toro

The Toro format impresses with its straightforward taste, malty sweetness, and creamy aromas of coffee, chocolate, hay, and a hint of pepper. Each puff is a moment of pleasure that unfolds slowly and lingers long aftertaste—perfect for special occasions and long evenings.

Our pairing recommendations for Alonso Menendez cigars

Mild formats

Smooth Brazilian cigars like the No. 50 Panatela or No. 40 Petit Corona are the perfect introduction to the world of Alonso Menendez. They require delicate companions that elegantly underline their malty cocoa and sweet Mata Fina notes.

Recommended drinks:

• Blended Scotch Whisky (Glenfiddich 12 Jahre, Johnnie Walker Red Label)
• Premium Rum (Bacardi 8 Years, Plantation 3 Stars)
• Schaumwein (Bottega Gold Prosecco, Prosecco di Valdobbiadene)
• Coffee (Illy Cappuccino, Lavazza Espresso)

Medium-sized formats

The No. 10 Lonsdale and No. 20 Crown offer woody, spicy aromas that harmonize perfectly with mature spirits and their vanilla, oak, and sherry notes.

Recommended drinks: 

• Single Malt Whisky mit Sherryfassreifung (Macallan 15 Years, Aberlour 12 Years)
• Matured Rum (Diplomatico Reserva Exclusiva, El Dorado 12 Years)
• Blended Scotch Whisky (Johnnie Walker Black Label, Chivas Regal 12 Years)
• Aromatic Red Wine (Barolo Chinato, Amarone della Valpolicella)

Strong formats

Robust, Toro and Churchill are strong, complex, and long-lasting—they need depth and complexity in the glass. Dried fruits, spices, and caramel flavors form majestic alliances.

Recommended drinks: 

• Blended Scotch Whisky (Johnnie Walker Gold Label, Ballantine’s 17 Years)
• Matured Rum (Zacapa XO, Appleton Estate 21 Years)
• Cognac (Hennessy XO, Rémy Martin VSOP)
• Powerful red wine (Amarone della Valpolicella, Barolo)

Why order Alonso Menendez cigars from the Helgoland online shop?

• Unique discounts on cigars and cigarillos
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Whether you're just discovering your first Alonso Menendez or your humidor is missing a true classic, with us, enjoyment begins with trust in the tradition of the Menendez family and the uniqueness of Brazilian cigar art.